Tender carrots and crisp green beans tossed in a warm honey butter glaze with garlic and lemon.
3 cups sliced carrots
3 cups trimmed green beans
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook carrots 4 minutes.
Add green beans and cook 3 to 4 minutes more until just tender.
Drain and transfer to ice water. Drain again.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic 30 seconds.
Stir in honey and cook 1 to 2 minutes.
Add vegetables and toss to coat. Cook 3 to 5 minutes until heated through.
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.
Blanching helps preserve color and texture. Adjust honey to control sweetness.